Massage Therapists Quiz #4 

A real pro therapist isn’t just “good with hands” — they’re smart with safety.
 When a client reports red flag symptoms (sharp nerve pain, numbness/tingling, dizziness, unusual weakness, sudden severe pain), the therapist’s job is to pause, reassess, and make the right call — not to push harder.

This quiz checks if you can protect your client and your license.

Massage Therapists Quiz By LAPD

Scenario: During the session the client says something like:
 “I’m feeling tingling/numbness down my arm,” OR “I feel dizzy,” OR “This pain is sharp and shooting.”

What do you do?

  1. A) Continue like normal — it’s probably just tension releasing
     B) Go lighter but keep working on the same exact spot
     C) Pause immediately, reassess, ask clarifying questions, avoid aggravating work, and recommend medical evaluation if needed
     D) Tell them to breathe through it — “it’s part of the process”
     E) Finish the session fast so it’s over

✅ Best answer: C

Pro checklist (simple + safe):

  • Pause + check in (what, where, when, intensity, new/worse?)

  • Stop aggravating techniques (no “digging” into nerve symptoms)

  • Modify plan (gentle work, different area, positioning)

  • If it’s unusual, severe, or worsening → recommend medical evaluation

  • Document what happened + what you changed

Mini script you can use:
 “Thank you for telling me. Let’s pause. Where exactly do you feel it — and is it new today? I’m going to adjust the plan to keep this safe. If the symptom continues or gets worse, it’s best to check with a medical professional.”

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